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Hotel Villa Favorita

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9.8

Excellent (60 ratings)

San Sebastián, Spain - 

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350 m Concha Beach

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1.05 km Miramar Palace

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1.12 km Donostia-San Sebastian Aquarium

Hotel Overview

Hotel Villa Favorita, situated in San Sebastián, is a charming accommodation option highly praised by visitors for its prime location and exceptional service. Guests often regard their stay as memorable, attributing their satisfaction to a range of factors that contribute positively to their experience.

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Hotel highlights

Location

Amenities

Nature

  1. Prime Location: Situated close to beautiful beaches and the city center, offering easy access to local attractions.
  2. Stunning Views: Many rooms offer breathtaking views of the sea, adding a special touch to the stay.
  3. Exceptional Service: Staff members receive high marks for their attentive, friendly service.
  4. Luxurious Rooms: Accommodations are noted for their comfort, elegance, and cleanliness.
  5. Quality Dining Options: The hotel's dining services are highly rated for both quality and variety.
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Area for improvement

  1. Pricey: Some guests find the hotel to be quite expensive compared to other options.
  2. Limited Parking: The hotel has limited parking space, which can be inconvenient for those traveling by car.
  3. Noise Levels: Some rooms may experience noise, particularly those facing busy streets or areas.
  4. Room Sizes: A few guests have mentioned that certain rooms can feel somewhat small.
  5. Additional Fees: There are reports of unexpected additional fees for amenities that some guests believed were included.

Amenities

Breakfast included

Air conditioning

Air conditioning

Free WiFi

Housekeeping

Room service

Room service

Restaurant

Bar

24/7 front desk

24/7 front desk

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RateScore

Total 60 Reviews

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Blended Web Rating

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9.8

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60 Reviews

9.8 / 10

Reviews

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Words are aggregated from hotel reviews across the web and listed by the most mentions.

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Location was mentioned 41 times

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Reviews based on Location

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Amanda S8 months ago

Tucked into the heart of San Sebastián with boardwalk access to La Concha lies Villa Favorite which is aptly named given the gorgeous views, intricate hand painted walls, and beautiful touches making this place truly a favorite of mine. Arrival at this hotel was simple with clear instructions on where to pull up to the hotel. After bringing our bags inside, we were greeted by friendly staff who whisked our car away to a garage and then we were brought on a tour of the hotel.||We received a welcome drink of our choice at the bar which was delightful and were able to walk to old town for dinner which was only a 15 minute walk. The hotel is truly stunning, and every single detail has been thought of. The rooms are beautiful with unique details, and the hotel has a wonderful mix of technology to combine the old and new.||The service at this hotel is impeccable, and probably the best service we have ever had at a hotel. The best example I can provide is that there was a power outage the day we checked in, and when we were shown to our room, it was a bit warm. Our hotel staff immediately recognized this without us mentioning it and called the electrician to fix it, and our room quickly cooled down. When we mentioned it later to the staff, it was only then that they shared the details. They truly anticipate the needs of their guests, and when staying here, it is a complete joy.||Breakfast was also lovely and we sat outside and watched the world go by after a morning stroll along the beach. We were here during off season and it was still warm, but the beaches were empty. When it was time to check out, the process was simple and we were shocked to find that the hotel staff had already pulled our car up which was waiting for us directly outside. Our entire stay was perfection, and we hope to be back one day!

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Commonsense177 months ago

This is how a hotel stay should be. From the minute you arrive, you know the place is special. Genuinely warm, friendly and hospitable staff who are totally dedicated to your experience. The welcome cocktail on the terrace was an especially nice touch. Rooms are beautifully furnished with quality fittings, sumptuous bedlinen and unimpeded views over Bahía de La Concha.||The housekeeping staff are like ninjas- we enjoyed immaculately clean rooms but hardly ever saw them! But when we did, they were super friendly as were all the staff.||The bar is chic, and on fine days you can enjoy your drinks on the terrace overlooking the bay.||The location of the hotel is ideal. Directly in front of the beach, and a short walk to the old town to enjoy the superb local pintxos and wine. (Ask the staff for the excellent pintxos recommendations.)||Breakfast is leisurely with a nice selection of options. We didn't dine in-house, but if you choose to, it is a Michelin starred restaurant.||Small, chic and effortlessly professional. We'd go back in a heartbeat.

Hotel Quality

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General Info

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Total number of rooms 23

WiFi Quality

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Ping, ms

Idle

17

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179

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144

Wifi Speed Is Good For

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web browsing

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group video calls

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4K online movies

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Location Area Map

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What's nearby

Concha Beach

350 m

Miramar Palace

1.05 km

Donostia-San Sebastian Aquarium

1.12 km

Reale Arena

2 km

Monte Igueldo

4 km

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Getting around

San Sebastian Amara Station

560 m

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Airports Nearby

Bilbao Airport (BIO)

32.5 km

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Restaurants

Café de la Concha

280 m

Starbucks

280 m

Bar Basque

280 m

La Espiga

280 m

Pastelería Otaegui

280 m

Street View

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Daytime safety

84 out of 100

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Nighttime safety

78 out of 100

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San Sebastián safety index

Safety

Crime

90

Overall Safety Index

Very Safe

An average rating of the six safety categories

90 out of 100

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Women safety

Safe

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Likelihood of inappropriate behavior against women.

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77

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Physical safety

Very Safe

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Likelihood of injury due to harmful intent.

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97

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Property safety

Safe

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Likelihood of theft.

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76

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Political safety

Very Safe

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Potential for infringement of political rights or political unrest.

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91

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LGBTQ safety

Very Safe

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Likelihood of harm or discrimination against LGBTQ persons or groups and level of caution required at location.

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100

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Medical safety

Very Safe

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100

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Overall Crime index

Minimal

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20 out of 100

Property crime severity

Low

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Mugging or robbery  19/100

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Car theft  16/100

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Car break-ins  19/100

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Home break-ins  22/100

Violent crime severity

Minimal

18

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Physical attacks  16/100

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Racism or religion motivated attacks  12/100

Other crime severity

Minimal

19

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Insult or harassment in public  13/100

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Corruption or bribery  27/100

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Drug problem  20/100

Prices Around Property

Average Daily Costs Per Person

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Bottle of water 1.5L

$0.3 - $2

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Coffee

$1.5 - $2.5

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Beer 0.5L

$1 - $1.2

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Meal, inexpensive restaurant

$10 - $15

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Public transport, one-way ticket

$1.8 - $2

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Taxi 1km (normal tariff)

$0.8 - $1.2

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Meal for 2 people, mid-range restaurant, three-course

$35 - $60

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Bottle of mid-range wine

$5 - $6.3

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McMeal at McDonalds

$8 - $11

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Coke/Pepsi 0.33L

$1.5 - $2.5

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Public transport, monthly pass

$32 - $60

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Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.5 - $2.1

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Mobile phone monthly plan

$10 - $30

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Fitness club, monthly fee

$30 - $80

Weather In San Sebastián

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Air Quality

Good

PM2.58

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9

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Air quality is acceptable and pollution poses no health risk. Enjoy outdoor activities as normal.

Drinkable Water Quality

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Poor

Water quality is very low. Consider alternative water drinking options.

Traffic around property

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Light

Few vehicles on the road, relaxed and stress-free driving experience.

House Rules

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Check in after 15:00

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Check out until 12:00

Children welcome

No pets, service animals welcome

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